Fer, who has played for the Netherlands at every level, was a mainstay of the Twente midfield during his time in Enschende, making 71 appearances and scoring 21 goals.

Manager Chris Hughton was quick to express his delight at securing a player of Fer’s calibre.

“We are really pleased to have acquired the signature of a player with the qualities that Leroy has,” he told the club’s official website.

“He’s a very versatile Dutch international and at 23 he has that pleasing balance of having acquired experience playing over 100 games in the Dutch League – but still having plenty of time ahead of him to continue his development as a player here with us at Norwich City.”